Health Program Specialist 1

Marathon Staffing Group; Carson City (NV); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Marathon Staffing Group is seeking a Health Program Specialist I to lead statewide behavioral health initiatives focused on youth suicide prevention, mental wellness, and community outreach. The role serves as the subject matter expert on grant-funded projects, collaborating with community organizations and stakeholders to ensure successful implementation.

Responsibilities include monitoring program activities, analyzing data, and supporting partnerships, planning, evaluation, and reporting to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health science, behavioral science, public health, social science, or closely related field.
• Two (2) years of professional health-related experience with data collection/analysis, program development, or health education.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the program specialist for grant-funded behavioral health initiatives.
• Build partnerships with community organizations and service providers.
• Monitor program activities and ensure grant compliance and outcomes.
• Analyze data and prepare reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist with program planning, implementation, evaluation, and quality improvement.

Skills

Program management

Data analysis

Public health planning

Community partnerships

Grant management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in health science / public health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated and collaborative Health Program Specialist I to support statewide behavioral health initiatives focused on youth suicide prevention, mental wellness, and community outreach. This position will serve as the primary program specialist for grant-funded projects, acting as a subject matter expert and working closely with community organizations, service providers, and stakeholders to ensure successful program implementation and positive outcomes.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a professional who enjoys program management, relationship building, data analysis, and public health planning. The successful candidate will oversee grant-related activities, monitor program performance, support community partnerships, and help ensure services are effectively reaching target populations. Strong communication skills, analytical abilities, and a commitment to improving behavioral health outcomes are essential for success in this position.

• Serve as the program specialist and subject matter expert for assigned grant-funded behavioral health initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations, stakeholders, and service providers to support program goals.
• Monitor program activities and outcomes to ensure effective implementation and compliance with grant requirements.
• Research, collect, analyze, and interpret public health, behavioral health, and program performance data.
• Identify trends, service gaps, and opportunities for program improvement and expansion.
• Develop recommendations based on research findings and program outcomes.
• Assist with program planning, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing quality improvement efforts.
• Support contract and grant management activities, including assisting with the development and administration of agreements with partner agencies.
• Monitor funding allocations and assist with tracking expenditures to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Prepare reports, data summaries, recommendations, and other professional documentation for leadership and stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings, workgroups, community events, and outreach activities to promote awareness and collaboration.
• Provide technical assistance and program support to community partners and other stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in health science, behavioral science, public health, social science, or a closely related field; and
• Two (2) years of professional health-related experience that included at least two of the following:
  • Researching, collecting, and analyzing data and statistics
  • Developing objectives, protocols, and procedures
  • Providing health education services to target populations or the general public
  • Evaluating program effectiveness and outcomes
  • Supporting prevention, identification, treatment, or intervention services related to health and behavioral health conditions
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience with program planning, implementation, management, and evaluation.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data to support decision-making and program improvement.
• Knowledge of grant-funded programs, contract administration, and community-based services.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Commitment to confidentiality, privacy, and ethical practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other standard business applications.

Additional Information

• Location: Hybrid schedule available with offices located in Reno and Carson City, NV
• Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Compensation: $30.85-$35.11 per hour, depending on experience
• Work Environment: Combination of remote work and in-office collaboration preferred

Marathon Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

About Marathon

Marathon is one of the largest regional employers, supplying temporary, on-site,contract, contract to hire and direct hire employees to companies throughout the UnitedStates. We have over three decades of staffing experience and place over 15,000 teammembers annually.

Marathon exists to help people achieve.

MARATHON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Contact Us

NVCarson City/Reno
769 Basque Way, Suite 100, Carson City, NV 89706
Phone: [phone]
FaxNumber: 775-200-0929
For more information about this position, email Tony Frenchu